Discretionary Dough: How Much Extra Cash Do American's Have?

Discretionary Dough: How Much Extra Cash Do American's Have?

Discretionary income is the amount of money left over after taxes are taken out, bills are paid, and basic needs are covered. Thanks to a recent study we learn how much extra cash Americans have on hand and what they're doing with it. A select few are spending a sizable portion of all the discretionary spending in the country.